Fibromyalgia Action UK - FMAUK

29/08/2026

🌿 National Wellness Month: Small Habits, Big Difference 💜

Following on from our post last week, we’ve been thinking about healthy habits.

Not the kind that involve unrealistic routines, strict goals or pushing yourself beyond your limits, but small things that help you prioritise you and your self-care.

As we start looking towards autumn and winter, what healthy habits could you introduce now to support yourself through the months ahead?

Perhaps it’s:

💜 Making time for yourself, even 10 minutes of quiet time can be valuable.
🧘 Finding ways to manage stress, mindfulness, breathing exercises or simply slowing down.
🎨 Doing something creative, without worrying about the finished result.
🌱 Listening to your body, recognising when you need to rest, rather than feeling guilty for doing so.
🗓️ Building gentle routines, habits that are realistic, flexible and work with your body rather than against it.
❤️ Making yourself a priority, because your wellbeing matters too.

Here at FMA UK, we’re passionate about creating opportunities for you to take some time for yourself.

🎨 Art as Therapy with the wonderful Amanda offers a chance to get creative, relax and practise mindfulness in a supportive space.

🧘 Yoga with Richard provides gentle movement and an opportunity to reconnect with your body, with sessions designed to be accessible and adaptable.

💬 Our Online Support Group with Hazel — a welcoming space to connect with others living with fibromyalgia, share experiences, have a chat and remind yourself that you're not alone.

These aren't about being "good" at art, yoga or mindfulness, or having all the answers. They're about giving yourself permission to pause, connect and do something for YOU. 💜

So, as we begin our journey towards autumn and winter, why not choose one small healthy habit to introduce into your routine?

It doesn't have to be big.
It doesn't have to be perfect.
It just has to be something that supports you. 💜

What healthy habit could you start this week? 🌿

28/08/2026

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27/08/2026

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Could you run the London Marathon for Fibromyalgia Action UK? ❤️

We have charity places for the 2027 Saturday London Marathon event, and we’re looking for people who would love to take on this incredible challenge while raising money for Fibromyalgia Action UK.

Ideally, we’re looking for people who are already runners and ready to take on their next big challenge. 💙

🌟 Take on 26.2 miles
❤️ Raise money for a cause that matters
🎉 Join our charity team
🏅 Be part of the London Marathon experience

And if running really isn't for you, that's absolutely okay too. We know that running a marathon isn't for everyone, but you might know someone who loves to run, or someone who has always dreamed of running the London Marathon.

Why not share this post with them? You could help us find the perfect person to join our team and raise vital funds for Fibromyalgia Action UK. ❤️

👉 Find out more about our Saturday London Marathon charity places: https://wkf.ms/4jqas1b

Tag a runner, future runner or marathon dreamer who should see this! 👇🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

26/08/2026

Our next newsletter is landing soon! 💜

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This month, we’ll be looking at the change of seasons and the advantages and disadvantages it can bring for those living with fibromyalgia. 🍂

And, because apparently we like to run ourselves into the ground… we’ll also be taking a look at the London Marathon! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️
(Although with fibromyalgia, sometimes just making it through the day deserves a medal! 🥇😉)

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25/08/2026

🧘‍♀️ Today’s the day, yoga is here! 💜

Join us for gentle movement, mindful flow,
A little time for you to relax and let go. 🌿

✨ Yoga is happening today!
If you’re joining us, we can’t wait to see you.

https://buytickets.at/fmauk

And if you know someone living with fibromyalgia who could benefit, please share this post far and wide. 💜

22/08/2026

You can help increase Fibromyalgia Action UK (FMAUK)’s entries into easyfundraising’s giveaway to win a £5,000 donation – every new supporter who joins is an entry!

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22/08/2026

🧘‍♀️ Don’t forget, yoga’s on the way,
A little time to move, breathe and sway! 💜
Come along, relax and take some time,
For gentle movement and a moment to unwind.

📅 Don’t forget to book your place and join us!
https://buytickets.at/fmauk

Please share far and wide with anyone living with fibromyalgia who might benefit. 💜

21/08/2026

Our next newsletter is landing soon! 💜

If you haven’t subscribed yet, don’t miss out! Sign up with your email to stay up to date with the latest FMA UK news, research, support and community updates.

This month, we’ll be looking at the change of seasons and the advantages and disadvantages it can bring for those living with fibromyalgia. 🍂

And, because apparently we like to run ourselves into the ground… we’ll also be taking a look at the London Marathon! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️
(Although with fibromyalgia, sometimes just making it through the day deserves a medal! 🥇😉)

👉 Subscribe here: https://newsletter.fmauk.org/signup

Don’t miss the next edition ,straight to your inbox! 💜

20/08/2026

📢Help us win a £1000 award towards our work supporting the fibro community.

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👉Nominate us today at https://bit.ly/4gb0yjW

19/08/2026

National Wellness Month 💜

August is National Wellness Month a chance to pause, check in with ourselves and think about what helps us feel well.

For those living with fibromyalgia, wellness can look very different from one person to another. It isn’t about pushing yourself to do more or following a perfect routine. Sometimes, wellness is simply listening to your body and giving yourself permission to rest. 🌿

This month, we’re encouraging you to focus on:

💜 Self-care – make time for something that brings you comfort or joy.
🧘 Stress reduction – find gentle ways to relax and quiet a busy mind.
🌱 Healthy habits – small, manageable changes can make a difference.
🛋️ Rest and recovery – rest is not a failure; it’s part of caring for yourself.
❤️ Being kind to yourself – especially on the days when your body doesn’t cooperate.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to wellness, particularly when living with a chronic condition. What matters is finding what works for you.

How are you looking after your wellbeing this August? 💜